Longhorns seek title in Orange Bowl showdown
Texas enters as a 16 point favorite over Miami in the Orange Bowl aiming for a national title and a sixth straight SWC crown. Darrell Royal seeks nine more SWC wins to top Jess Neely’s conference record as Marty Akins starts at quarterback in the Wishbone attack. Miami last beat Texas in Memorial Stadium.
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Tigers suffer 9-0 loss as Orioles steal five bases
Detroit slumps in a 9-0 defeat to Baltimore with five Orioles steals, including one early, as Tiger pitchers allow AL hits. Frank Howard hits into a fifth inning triple play. Other AL results feature Minnesota sweeping Oakland, Royals beating White Sox, and Angels splitting with Texas. Williams ejected after argument. Willie North injures ankle. Fred Patek drives four runs for Kansas City in 10-3 win.
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LSU fears Aggies as A&M visit looms in Tiger Stadium
LSU coach Charlie McClendon downplays early season form saying Texas A&M, led by coach Emory Bellard, is a veteran, speedy, and large team. He notes LSU’s self-doubt after a Colorado upset but acknowledges A&M’s powerful wishbone history as Bellard’s squad, mostly sophomores, faces the Tigers. Also, Michael Burke becomes president and COO of Madison Square Garden.
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Pecos and Lamesa set for gridiron clash tonight
Stage is set for a Texas rivalry showdown at 8 p.m. Pecos and Lamesa renew hostilities in a drama billed as the week’s greatest show. The teams feature stars like Craig Duke and Don Walker from last year’s 99 yard TD pass and return with probable starting lineups on both sides.
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Barfield among ropers in benefit contest
Jiggs Barfield of Pecos and loots Mansfield of Big Spring will be among 33 professional steer ropers competing for a $15,000 cash jackpot at 2 p.m. Sept. 30 in the third annual U S Ranch Benefit Steer Roping on the historic ranch 13 miles southeast of Post. The event, a fundraiser for West Texas Boys Ranch at San Angelo, runs with a weekend art exhibit and sale featuring drawings, paintings, and sculptures by 32 cowboy and western artists. Last year the combined events raised $20,000 for the boys ranch.
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Archery club to host broadhead shoot Sunday
Pecos Archery Club will host a broadhead shoot at the local range south of Pecos on Sunday at 10 a.m. The event features 60 deer targets with one arrow per target. Clubs from Odessa Abilene and San Angelo are expected to participate and local bow enthusiasts are invited to join.
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Eagles slip in Harris rating poll in Pecos
Sports editor notes Pecos Eagles fall to 29th in the Harris rating while Monahans climbs to ninth. The piece argues the system misjudges Pecos based on two games against a Texas 4-A and a strong New Mexico foe, citing scoring margins and defense. It calls for a better showing against Lamesa Tornados to challenge the tally.
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District 2-AAA Football Tonight Across Nine Games
Three district 2-AAA teams travel tonight. Seminole visits Lovington, Kermit goes to Denver City, and Odessa Ector travels to San Angelo to face Lake View. Monahans Laboes host Crane, Fort Stockton hosts El Paso Cathedral, Andrews meets Sweetwater, and Pecos hosts Lamesa in a touted game of the week.
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Local fans picked to predict area football games
Ken Jones and Jack Casimir were selected to join the Enterprise staff in predicting this week’s area football outcomes. Jones was chosen for his football interest and officiating activity, while Casimir was named for his year as Eagle Booster Club president. The pair join the Enterprise staff in forecasting 10 games for the Pigskin Prediction column.
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Bowhunting requires skill and discipline guidance
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department outlines bowhunting basics opening October 1. The guide stresses practice with light and hunting bows, matching arrows, sharp broadheads, and camouflage. It also notes safety, equipment care, and discipline essential to successful bowhunting. Curt Simmons is highlighted for his 193 career wins with multiple MLB teams.
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